Biden Calls for Justice in Sonya Massey Case

President Joe Biden expressed profound sorrow over the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman killed by a white police officer in her home after she called 911 reporting a potential intruder. The incident occurred in Springfield, Illinois, on July 6, where bodycam footage revealed a brief interaction between Massey and the responding deputies, which escalated when Deputy Sheriff Sean Grayson shot her after she brandished a pot of boiling water. Biden emphasized that 'Sonya should be alive today' and highlighted the disproportionate fears Black Americans face regarding their safety. He called for justice for Massey's family and urged Congress to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to address systemic issues in policing. The officer involved has been charged with murder and has pleaded not guilty, while protests are planned in response to the incident. Biden's statements come as he recovers from COVID-19 and following his announcement not to run for re-election in 2024.